Friday, June 13, 2008

Kind Thoughts Card - Teal and Black

Goodness me, I am exhausted. I made 15 of these today for the swap tomorrow morning. I am soooo ready for bed. I had no idea these would take so long. I started this morning. I ran into a few problems. The ink (craft) just didn't want to dry. I learned (a little too late) that I should have set it with a heat gun. It all turned out fine - it just took me longer than it should have. Well, I did have one break when my DH took me out for sushi. But other than that, these cards took an entire day. I know they aren't supposed to take that long, LOL!!! But I learned a lot - and next time it won't take me so stinkin long.I designed this card myself, although I did get the idea for the black background from someone else.Supplies:Kind Thoughts Stamp Set, SU!, 2008CS: Basic Black, Taken With Teal, Whisper WhiteEP: I tried clear with black craft, then later switched to watermark with black ep (didn't know I even had that until I found some)Ink: Whisper White Craft, Taken With Teal Classic, Black CraftGel Pen: Signo White

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"Art is the only way to run away without leaving home." ~Twyla Tharp

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What you are in love with, what seizes your imagination, will affect everything. It will decide what gets you out of bed in the mornings, what you do with your evenings, how you spend your weekends, what you read, who you know, what breaks your heart, and what amazes you. Fall in love, stay in love, and it will decide everything. ~Pedro Arrupe

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In "Living the Good Life" (Body + Soul Magazine, Dec. 2007), it stated "We asked our most trusted experts to share their best tips for living a healthier, saner, and more satisfying life." One of the key points in the article was to GET CREATIVE. "Write down the things you love, whether it's painting, singing, scrapbooking, or interior design. Next, force yourself to find some quiet time where your brain can empty out." EXPRESS YOURSELF."Find some time every day to let your inner artist emerge, whether you're a born Picasso or not."

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About Sherrie

Welcome! Thanks for stopping by to check out my latest card and craft creations! I hope you enjoy my projects. I love paper crafting, and have been enjoying this hobby for about five years. I enjoy getting together with friends and teaching them how to make homemade cards and crafts. There is lots of creative energy that flow into these projects and is therefore VERY therapeutic.
I have a very understanding and wonderful husband who "gets it" that we all need an obsession...er, hobby.
Please contact me if you have questions about a project or if you'd like to know about my next crafting get-together.